Nast Trailhead

The trailhead marks the beginning of the trail to Nast Lake, a popular site for fishermen. Facilities are available at the trailhead.

Directions from Basalt: Travel 31 miles east, up the Frying Pan River Rd (FDR 105), to the Frying Pan River Ranch turn off and go one mile to the lake.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Accessible:
Year-round
(NOTE: No water, trash. This is a dispersed lake area that has a vault toilet and trailhead. This will remain a non fee site.)
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Gas Station: several regional chains in Basalt
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 31 miles west to Basalt

Nearest Hospital: Aspen Valley Hospital
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 29 miles west to Basalt and 17 miles to Aspen on Hwy. 82. At the roundabout west of Aspen, turn right onto Castle Creek Road and follow 1/4 mile to hospital on right.

Showers: KOA campground in Basalt
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 31 miles west to Basalt and 2 miles northwest on Hwy. 82

Nearest Pay Phone: US WEST
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 8 miles west on FDR 105 to Meredith

Miscellaneous: Propane at KOA Campground
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 31 miles west to Basalt and 2 miles northwest on Hwy. 82